Observant C2

Category: Products » Sensing & Control Equipment

A self-contained unit for remote infrastructure management incorporating many innovative features, the Observant C2 is the centre-piece of the Observant Remote Management System™.

The Observant C2 is a self-contained unit that allows a large range of equipment to be remotely managed by the Observant system. The intelligent design of the Observant C2 offers a unique combination of solar power and radio communications technology to provide the coverage and reliability for comprehensive remote management.

Integrating with specifically designed add-ons—the Observant L1 Water Level Sensor and the Observant M1 Engine Controller—the Observant C2 delivers unparalleled functionality tailored to meet the requirements of any monitoring scenario.

Built with unmatched environmental toughness, incorporating UV stable fittings and industrial strength materials, the Observant C2 is tough enough to withstand the realities of the Australian climate.

The Observant C2 connects to a wide range of products and provides a holistic approach to remote infrastructure management.

The range includes; Mono® Sun-Sub® solar pumping products, Tru-Test XR3000 weighing system, Allflex NLIS tag readers, the Axis Digital Camera, Norprim® and Nutridose™ water medicators, and the Pakton PTE0703 Electric Fence Monitor.

The Observant C2 is covered by a three year warranty and backed with unparalleled after sales service. Please refer to the Observant Equipment Warranty and the Observant Customer Promise for full details.

Product Specifications

Dimensions
  • Assembled: 350 mm (h) x 400 mm (l) x 430 mm (w)
  • Antenna: 680 mm (h)
  • Weight: 16 kg
  • Boxed: 560 mm (h) x 530 mm (l) x 540 mm (w)
  • Shipping Weight: 25 kg
Enclosure
  • Weatherproof, vandal resistant, environmentally sealed
  • Fully self-contained (computer, radio, battery, charger)
  • No exposed wiring or UV sensitive components
  • Fully integrated solar panel, antenna and bird deterrent
  • Pole or wall mount options with concealed fasteners
  • Lockable wiring and battery compartment
Connections
  • 2 x general purpose 9-pin ports
  • 2 x 8-way pluggable screw-terminal ports
  • SMA antenna connection
  • 2.5 mm DC auxiliary power input
  • 2-pin battery connector
General Purpose Ports x 2
  • All pins are protected against shorts, reverse polarity and voltage transients.
    Each port provides:

    • 2 x digital outputs (700mA max)
    • 4–20 mA analog sensor input support
    • 2 x digital inputs (frequency counting up to 1 kHz)
    • RS232 serial communications
    • RS485 bus-able serial communications
Field Unit Computer
  • Ultra-low power (less than 50 mW average)
  • Firmware remotely upgradeable over radio
  • Extensible device-driver architecture
  • Real-time clock with network time synchronisation
  • Extensive system diagnostics and self-monitoring
Communications
  • Supports UHF, Next G, 900
  • Mhz and direct internet
  • Advanced messaging protocol with error detection and correction
  • All units capable of acting as repeaters (to extend range or route around terrain)
Observant Radio Modem (Standard)
  • 5 W UHF radio 450–490 MHz
  • 25 km typical range
  • 4800 baud GMSK modem
Power
  • Internal, user-replaceable lead acid battery (12 AHr)
  • Can operate for 3+ days without any solar power
  • Sophisticated power management
  • Maximum power from solar panels
  • Integrated 11 W solar panel
  • Charge from a wide range of power sources up to 30 V, e.g. engine alternator, wall plug pack or another battery
Devices Supported
  • Device driver architecture
  • Observant L1 level sensor
  • Observant M1 motor controller
  • Mono®Sun-Sub® solar pumping system
  • Tru-Test XR3000 weighing system
  • Axis digital camera
  • Generic digital input and output
  • Norprim® and Nutridose™ water medicators
  • Northern Designs Multicube energy meter
  • Pakton PTE0703 electric fence monitor
  • Large range of water meters
  • Tipping bucket rain gauge, windmills and more
Data Logging
  • Sensor measurements can be logged at any interval
  • Internal flash storage can store months of data
  • Logs are automatically synchronised back to a central
  • Repository for viewing with export capabilities
Additional Features
  • In-built GPS (for geo-coding of logged data and asset tracking)
  • Battery-backed real time clock
  • Operator ‘visit’ pushbutton
  • Enclosure ‘door open’ detection

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